1928 – 2014
N. Grosvenordale – Robert N. Coderre, 85, of N. Grosvenordale, died Friday, May 02, 2014 in Webster Manor Nursing Home after a lengthy illness. He was the loving husband of sixty-one years of Constance (Lambert) Coderre. Born in North Grosvenordale, he was the son of the late Ulderic and Adrienne (Audet) Coderre.
Mr. Coderre was a veteran of the Korean Conflict serving with the United States Navy from 1948 until being honorably discharged in 1952 serving aboard the USS Salerno Bay.
Mr. Coderre worked as a Pipe Fitter for American Optical. He enjoyed fishing, long walks, the ocean, family cook outs, and studying the history of WWII. He was a member of the American Legion of N. Grosvenordale, VFW Post 10088 of Thompson, a Deacon for Faith Baptist Church in Southbridge for many years devoting his time to visiting and ministering to many people in several area nursing homes, a member of the fire brigade at American Optical, a member of the Community volunteer fire department in N. Grosvenordale. Robert was a devoted husband and loving family man.
In addition to his wife, Robert is survived by his son, Richard Coderre and his wife Sheila of Danielson; his daughters, Suzanne Shultz and her husband Edward of Oxford, MA, and Brenda Beland and her husband John of Webster, MA; his brothers, Normand Coderre of Sturbridge, and John Coderre of Danielson; his sisters, Harriett Blanchette of Grosvenordale, and Florette LaVallee of Webster, MA; six grandchildren Jonathan, Hillary, Sheena, Joshua, Bruce, and Spencer; and seven great-grandchildren Jonah, Brielle, Dominique, Jade, Aden, Kane, and Audry. He was predeceased by his son Thomas Coderre, and a brother Gerard Coderre.
The Coderre family would like to publicly thank the visiting nurses and Samaritans, the nurses and staff at Webster manor and Hospice for their kindness and devotion especially; Felix “the million dollar man”, Sue, Peanut, Amanda, Melody, Jeannie, Corey, and many others for their patience and understanding to both Robert and his family during his illness.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Robert’s family from 5:00 pm to 8 pm on Tuesday, May, 6, 2014, in the Valade Funeral Home, 23 Main Street, North Grosvenordale. A gathering will begin in the funeral home Wednesday, May,7,2014 at 9:00 am followed by a Funeral Service at 10:00 am. Officiated by Pastor Isaac Rattin of the First Baptist Church. Burial with Military Honors will follow in West Thompson Cemetery, Thompson, CT. Memorial donations in Robert’s memory may be made to the Webster Manor, Nursing Home, 745 School St., Webster, MA 01570. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
Kenny & Mary Lambert
Aunt Connie, my cousins, and Uncle Bob’s family. We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Bob.
He was a good man, who enjoyed his family and friends very much. I will cherish the memories I have of him.
We pray that you will find comfort and strength during your time of sorrow.
Love you all.
Kenny & Mary
Charles Ayler
Dear Coderre Family,
My name is Charles Ayler, and I would like to offer my condolences to you on your loss. Although I didn’t know him, I believe that my dad may very well have. He also served on the U. S. S. Salerno Bay for several years. Unfortunately, I can’t ask him as he passed away in 2009. While my dad didn’t mention that many of his shipmates by
name, we did visit a couple of them when I was younger. He told me on more than one occasion what a great bunch of guys he served with.
He was proud of his ship and his shipmates and the time he spent with them in the Navy. Because he isn’t here to offer condolences to a shipmates; I am doing it for him as well as myself. I hope that you can find comfort in the memories of your time together.God bless you.
Fair Winds and Following Seas
Charles Ayler
Kevin & Sabra Ramsdell
So sorry Connie for your loss. Bob will be missed. Especially at the Word of Life Men’s Retreat. I enjoyed the many trips we had taken together and the conversations to and from the Inn. I am blessed to have known him and the chance to minister with him. May God richly bless you all as you celebrate Bob’s life here with us and may God strengthen your heart as Bob departs this life and enters into the next. In Christ’s love,
The Ramsdell’s & Phyllis Whalon
Joe and Wanda DePasquale
Dear Connie and Family. I am so sorry to hear of bobs passing and I know he is with our Lord Jesus. Bob was such a nice man,and he often spoke of his love for you and his children. I enjoyed my time spent with Bob at the gym and having fellowship with him and Norman at the Cracker barrel on Friday mornings. Bobs faith and love for God was so strong that he was an inspiration to all of us. So please remember that we will all see each other again.
Sincerely,
Joe DePasquale
Mike & Anita Santerre
Connie and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time
Mike & Anita Santerre.
MATT FARRELL
To the Coderre Family,
Death leaves heartache that is difficult to heal, however, love leaves memories that no one can steal.
I was so saddened to hear of your loss and I send my sincere sympathies to the family.
May the precious memories of your lost one comfort you during these difficult times.
You are held in gentle thoughts and prayers.
Sincere regards,
Matt Farrell